Bhopa Village - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Bhopa is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Chhodiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhopa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhopa is 086516. The village covers a total geographical area of 1843 hectares and falls under the 345001 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Bhopa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhopa
As per Census 2011, Bhopa village has a total population of 693 people, consisting of 383 males and 310 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 809 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhopa are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 693 | 383 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 240 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 143 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Bhopa
Bhopa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhopa
Public transport in the Bhopa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Bhopa is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhopa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhopa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhopa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhopa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhopa
Where is Bhopa located?
Bhopa village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhopa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhopa is Chhodiya.
What is the pincode of Bhopa?
The pincode of Bhopa is 345001.
What is the population of Bhopa?
Bhopa has a total population of 693, including 383 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Bhopa?
There are 105 households in Bhopa.
What is the literacy rate in Bhopa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhopa is 48.34%. Male literacy is 62.66% and female literacy is 30.65%.